Countless wind blades continuously shot through the confined room. Most of the people inside were ability users. To outsiders, these ability users were figures of high status, as each was one in ten thousand. In the eyes of ordinary people, they were noble, powerful, and possessed strong survival skills, thriving in any environment.
However, these immensely powerful and noble ability users were now trembling, many too afraid to move, lest a single movement cause them to be cut by the invisible wind blades in the air.
The appearance of these wind blades had thoroughly terrified everyone present. They all harbored a fear that if Shen Feng were truly ruthless, he could kill them all in an instant. Furthermore, the aura emanating from Shen Feng was overwhelmingly strong, far exceeding any ability user they had ever encountered.
When the gale finally ceased, the entire conference room was reduced to ruins. Tables, chairs, and papers had all turned into fragments. Even the concrete floor and the plastered walls bore numerous scratches from the wind blades.
Shen Feng stood proudly on the stage at the front, looking down at the people below. He said, "Feel free to oppose my proposal. I won't kill you now, but you had all better think carefully. If you intend to stop me on the battlefield, be prepared. I am now a ninth-tier ability user, and I am the strongest!"
Upon hearing Shen Feng's response, the faces of the ability users turned grim. Many among them were geniuses, but Shen Feng had long since outdistanced them. The only way to become a ninth-tier ability user was to kill one hundred sea beasts and obtain a large amount of evolution crystals. Ordinary people couldn't even kill a single sea beast. Where had Shen Feng obtained such resources?
With each evolution, an ability user's strength would be enhanced. In the later stages of evolution, a seventh-tier ability user could already destroy a city, while an eighth-tier ability user could destroy a small country. And what about a ninth-tier ability user?
He was an absolute natural disaster!
"How did you obtain enough evolution crystals? How many sea beasts did you kill?" He Qiu'an, in his fear, couldn't help but ask.
Shen Feng did not answer, merely stating indifferently, "Now, if anyone still opposes me, step forward. I won't kill anyone, but let me be clear: it's best to say everything now. When we are on the battlefield later, I will show no mercy. And if you intend to cause me trouble, then wait for me to try out my new techniques!"
"New techniques?" Hearing this, everyone was even more shocked. Shen Feng becoming a ninth-tier ability user was already extraordinary, with almost no one as his opponent. Yet, he now possessed even more novel techniques. Was there any way for others to live?
"What are your new techniques?" someone asked at this moment.
Shen Feng did not conceal anything. He directly stated, "This technique of mine can tear the sky and split the earth. Under the raging wind, within a radius of dozens of miles, only a deep ravine will remain. I call it the 'Shuofeng Blade'!"
Upon hearing Shen Feng's description, everyone's faces turned deathly pale. Just hearing the description instilled a sense of powerlessness in their hearts. Such a vast destructive range was far superior to most modern destructive weapons.
And if they encountered Shen Feng on the battlefield, the current Shen Feng would surely make them feel powerless to resist.
However, at this moment, a flash of inspiration struck Yun Laizhe's mind, and he said, "I understand. Many years ago, someone stole the evolution crystals from within the Blue Whale. At that time, no one knew where they went. Now it seems the evolution crystal of this ninth-tier sea beast has fallen into your hands, is that right?"
Shen Feng did not deny it, but replied, "Your statement is unreasonable. It clearly fell out of the Blue Whale's body and belonged to no country. Yet, you now claim I stole it. Isn't that inappropriate?"
Yun Laizhe also realized his wording was problematic, so he quickly said, "I misspoke. However, I want to remind you that using your strength to make others accept your views is a form of tyranny. You should know that rigidity leads to breakage! Let's all sit down and discuss it properly!"
The others, having understood why Shen Feng had become a ninth-tier ability user, were left with only envy, jealousy, and hatred. However, they could not express these emotions at the moment, so they all nodded and said, "Yes, yes, let's all discuss it properly!"
Shen Feng, however, said, "Unfortunately, I don't wish to discuss it with you now. I will only give you two choices: either follow my plan, or leave here now. There is no possibility of compromise. While I don't wish to kill anyone now, it's still quite simple for you to leave!"
The people gathered here were ability users from various regions. However, these ability users, who usually held themselves in high regard, were now speechless. They could only be coerced by Shen Feng's power and declare their stance on the spot, making them feel inferior to Shen Feng. This left the group of individuals with extremely strong self-esteem unsure of what to say.
In the end, someone stepped forward. This was an ability user from Pudong. Their subordinate ability users were not many to begin with, and with maritime transport almost severed, the city had not fared well in recent years.
"We believe that Lord Fengshen's considerations are truly those of a patriot concerned for his people. We in Pudong support Lord Fengshen's decision. Furthermore, you all should agree. The current Lord Fengshen is the leader of China. Do you harbor thoughts of separatism? This is rebellion!" The people from Pudong earnestly addressed those around them.
The others were also astute individuals. They all realized at this moment that this was a blatant attempt to force them to choose sides. They had come to have Shen Feng make a decision, yet their own objectives had not been met, and instead, they were all required to declare their stance.
The reason things had turned out this way was due to the disparity in strength between the two sides. Previously, everyone believed that as long as their people united, their collective strength would surely be greater than Shen Feng's. However, Shen Feng had recently become a ninth-tier ability user, transforming into a walking disaster. With this, Shen Feng's strength had completely overwhelmed the combined efforts of the others.
Subsequently, several smaller cities expressed their support for Shen Feng's decision.
However, many larger cities remained silent, even at this juncture.
Their silence indicated their disagreement with Shen Feng's plan. Silence itself was a form of attitude.
Wang Aoye thought for a moment and decided to continue persuading Shen Feng: "Shen Feng, you must not act impulsively. I heard you've been reading the works of great men. You should understand that you should make many friends, not many enemies. As the leader now, you have an obligation to lead everyone to rise again. But if you were to launch meteorites into space, you would miss the opportunity for China to rise. Do you understand? If you persist in this way, you will surely be nailed to the pillar of shame in the future!"
Shen Feng naturally understood the other party's intentions. It was nothing more than using the weakness of other countries to develop themselves and then dominate the world in the future. Unfortunately, Shen Feng's aspirations were even higher.
In the apocalypse, Shen Feng had witnessed more displacement and separation of families. Countless people lived in suffering, while those who no longer wished to live would leap into the Yangtze River. This world needed peace, not the continued depletion of people's resources for the power of certain ambitious individuals!
Therefore, Shen Feng said, "Even if I am reviled in the future, I will do this. The people have suffered too much!"
Upon hearing this, Wang Aoye flicked his sleeves and left, as if he had no desire to speak with such an unyielding person as Shen Feng!
"Short-sighted fool!" He Qiu'an also realized that Shen Feng did not intend to kill anyone, so he cursed and left.
Most of the people from the smaller cities had agreed to Shen Feng's plan and remained. As for the others, they departed. These major factions possessed the ability to determine their own course.
At this moment, Shen Feng saw Qin Kewei, her face still covered in scars, standing in the same spot. He asked, "Why didn't you leave?"
Qin Kewei replied, "I agree with your viewpoint. These people have their own factions, so only by maintaining conflict can they continue to hold power. However, I have no influence at the moment, so I have no concerns in this situation!"
Upon hearing Qin Kewei's response, Shen Feng finally felt a sense of relief. It seemed that his plan did have supporters, and the common people were constantly yearning for the end of the apocalypse. He absolutely could not disappoint them.
"You don't need to go to the battlefield. You've only recently awakened. If something were to happen to you, I wouldn't be able to account for it to Xiao Yue. So, you should stay here. Perhaps there will be a place where you can be useful," Shen Feng said quickly.
Shen Feng did not want Qin Kewei to go to the battlefield now. Although she was a very strong person, the current battles were also very dangerous. If something were to happen to her, it would be too tragic.
However, Qin Kewei said, "Shen Feng, you seem to be underestimating me now. I can at least be of help, and I also want to atone for myself. I once pushed down a city wall, causing the deaths of millions. Now, I want to do my best to make up for the mistakes I made. I don't want to be disliked wherever I go!"
Shen Feng replied, "That's very simple. As long as I give you a new identity, you only need to live with this new identity. Who would know that you were once a sinner?"
No one wants to live bearing the stigma of a crime, as it brings endless mental torment. The usual solution for people is to change their identity. By changing their identity and environment, people elsewhere cannot confirm whether the person is a sinner, and all problems can be resolved.
However, Qin Kewei said after hearing this, "It's easy to deceive others, but it's very difficult to deceive oneself. I don't want to bear the condemnation of my conscience for a lifetime, so let me participate in this battle. I promise to use my performance to redeem myself!"
Upon hearing this, Shen Feng could only nod in agreement. Since the other party had spoken to this extent, if he still refused, it would seem rather heartless. Moreover, during the battle, her abilities could indeed play a significant role. Beneath the seawater was mud, and Qin Kewei could control mud.